In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work, the role that performance rights societies (such as BMI, ASCAP and SESAC) play in managing publishing arrangements -- and the murky question of just how much money they get for their assistance.

published:06 Jun 2008

views:14984

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
Ben wrote in with this:
I am "planning" a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres - the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Is there one place I can go to get permission and usage fees for all of the music used?"
OK, Ben, here's the situation...
First off, it's great and appropriate that you're asking about the rights. Almost any popular song from the last century or so is likely protected under copyright law. Generally, a copyright owner has the exclusive right to make or distribute copies or derivatives of the original work, or to display or perform the work publicly. That's what we're talking about here.
But with musical works, in particular, there's also an important distinction made about HOW the work is performed publicly. You see when the performance is made in a concert-style its handled differently than when performed on stage as part of a dramatic work. So essentially we have nondramatic performance rights (sometimes calls "small" rights) and dramatic performance rights, which are also known as "Grand Rights"
So, with a Variety Show as you've described it, we're probably talking about those "small" rights. And that's great. You see there are groups called Performing Rights Organizations that administer the small rights for most songwriters and publishers. Now, these differ from country to country, but here in the US, there are three of them: ASCAP and BMI, and SESAC.
What these organizations do is collect royalties for all of the various nondramatic performances out there. Radio, Television broadcasts, Coffeeshops, restaurants, night clubs, hotels, auto-repair shops, and yes, Variety shows... As long as the variety show doesn't cross the line into the Grand Rights arena.
What distinguishes Grand from Small rights?
Well, it's sort of a totality of the circumstances kind of analysis. If your show has lots of costumes, props, sets, dialogue in between songs, choreography, stage directions, and a story line. Then it's going to be considered a DramaticPerformance, and you'd need Grand Rights licenses obtained directly from the copyright owners.
But if it's more like a concert, without those kinds of elements, and it's just about the songs... Then it's more likely to be viewed as nondramatic, or small rights. And those rights fall under the licenses obtained from the PRO's I mentioned.
And here's the interesting wrinkle. For the small, nondramatic licenses, in most cases, the VENUE in which the works are being performed is the party that gets the license. So, if you're performing in a theatre or performing arts center, check with them... But the rights may already be taken care of. If you're in a school setting, you'll need to confirm that the school or district has the necessary licenses in place. (most do).
Typically, Small Right in these situations are handled through "blanket" licenses that cover everything for an annual fee.
But If you're performing in a space that isn't usually used for such things, it might be necessary to get a specific purpose license to cover your show. But even that isn't overly complicated. Just contact the organizations and they'll help work out which license you need. True, it's not exactly one-stop shopping, because there could be songs that are part of ASCAP's repertoire, and others in BMI's, while still others are licensed by SESAC. But even so, it's a heck of a lot simpler than getting the rights from each individual publisher, songwriter, or songwriter's heir.
And that's exactly what DOES have to happen if you're dealing with a Grand Rights scenario. If that's what you're up against, you'll want to have help from a qualified, and experienced professional. It's what we do here, so give us a call.
If you have a question you'd like to see here on Asked and Answered, just visit http://firemark.com/questions and let me know.
See you next time!

published:01 Feb 2018

views:5

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a generation. Decades of excellence in the courtroom give him an unparalleled vision and continued voice. In fact, the courtrooms of America serve as muse and inspiration for his books, poems, award winning photography and visual art. He continues his journey in fighting injustice through the foundation of his Trial Lawyer’s College, begun in 1994, which educated thousands of warriors dedicated to the pursuit of justice on behalf of real people.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

published:11 Nov 2016

views:14274

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
OK, here's what Scott wrote in...
Q: I create and tour original visual theater. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances.
However if one were to record a performance and make it available online for sale who would the international fees be paid to for the video rights to the 20+ snippets of music in the performance? And how would one go about getting the rights to use said snippets of music?
First off, I have to say that, based on what he's described, I’m not 100% certain that the venues paying ASCAP and similar types of licenses is enough to get the rights for what they're doing. You see, those Performing Rights Organizations only license so-called “small” performing rights (concerts, coffee-houses, radio airplay, etc.), and not the “Grand” rights that are involved when music is an integral part of a stage production, where the music helps move the storyline and characters forward. It’s possible that they're in small-rights territory, if this show is fairly sparse on plot, storyline, costumes, lights, etc., but it’s also possible that they really need grand rights for what they're doing.
Grand Rights licenses are negotiated directly with the music publishers who own / administer the songs.
But that’s not the question Scott asked.
To use the music in video, you also need to directly license each piece of music from the publishers that own them. The license needed is called a “synchronization” license (which authorizes you to synchronize the song with pictures and dialogue, etc.)
AND, if you’re using existing recordings of the music, you also need a "master use” license from the record company that owns the recording you’re using.
To add to the hassle, many songs are administered by multiple publishers, (each songwriter’s interest might be handled by a different company)… So you might have to chase down 3 or more publishers for a single song.
These licenses are not automatically approved. Publishers usually have to secure approval from the songwriters themselves before licensing this kind of thing, (the songwriters or their heirs...Sometimes have weird views about such stuff) so the publisher will ask for lots of information about the intended use… Context, script pages where the song appears, duration of the piece used, nature of the use (background, visual-vocal, etc.)…
And then they’ll quote a price for the use. Licenses are usually done on a “most favored nations” basis, so the highest quote sets the bar for all the music...
This can be a tremendously time-consuming process, so you should leave plenty of time.
The process:
1. Research to identify who holds the rights to each song
2. Prepare and send a quote-request (sometimes a form, sometimes just a letter asking for the rights needed) to each rights-holder.
3. Wait for approval and quote
4. Sign licensed pay fees/royalties
5. Use the music
But here's the other wrinkle... because you’re now revealing the nature of the show to these publishers, they too, will be asking the question whether you’re in “Grand Rights” territory, or whether the ASCAP/BMI rights are sufficient for the live aspect of what you’re doing.
And that's it for this session of Asked and Answered.
Do you have a question I can answer here? Visit firemark.com/questions
See you again soon.

published:03 Nov 2016

views:129

http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney Larry Smith of SmithMarco in Chicago. Larry gives us insight into these types of lawyers by explaining what a consumer rights lawyer does. He tells Marc Luber of JD CareersOut There these these careers for lawyers are focused on helping individuals.
Being a lawyer in this practice area of consumer rights is very rewarding according to Larry, who says in the full JDCOT interview that it's one of the types of lawyers and litigation careers focused on helping regular people in need.
Whether you're in law school, wondering if you should go to law school or exploring the different types of law, visit JDCOT for the full interview. Larry tells us how to break in to consumer rights law jobs and explains a typical day, what skills and personality types best fit this path, and how to succeed.
Visit us at: http://JDCareersOutThere.com
99 ThingsTo Do With A Law Degree (eBook): http://bit.ly/jd99things
JDCOT on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/JDCOT
JDCOT on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/JD_COT
JDCOT on Google+:http://bit.ly/JDCOTgplus
JDCOT on LinkedIn: http://ow.ly/hawCx

published:30 Apr 2013

views:455

FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us now co-existing on the planet, the world is going to be facing some unique human rights issues in the 21st Century, and technological advances, particularly artificial intelligence, will present both challenges and opportunities that will impact us all. In this talk, Flynn Coleman, an international human rights lawyer, asks us to think about what it means to be human in new ways.
Find out more about Flynn and her work here - http://flynncoleman.community/
Twitter: @flynncoleman
Instagram: @flynncoleman
Flynn's Event Photos are here - https://www.flickr.com/photos/tedxnapavalley/albums/72157665512388853
This video was produced by 20/20 Productions (http://www.2020productions.com/) in conjunction with 3 rock marketing (http://www.3rockmarketing.com)
Flynn is the CEO and founder of Malena, a company that supports economic development and human rights with innovative solutions, such as a proprietary crowd-funding platform and accessible global marketplace. She is also an international human rights attorney, author, social entrepreneur, athlete, and teacher of mindfulness and creativity. She was educated at the London School of Economics and Political Science, Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, UC Berkeley School of Law, and the Sorbonne, and has spoken, written, and taught extensively on issues of economic development, innovation in social impact, and human rights.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

At the law firm of Gibson & Perkins, PC our experienced Delaware CountyLawyers, practicing throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey provide corporate, business transaction, tax, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation legal services to business organizations and individuals.
Our firm has expanded from its founding in 2001, into a vibrant and growing law firm with experienced Lawyers that are dedicated to serving an ever expanding and sophisticated client base.
Contact our dedicated Delaware County Lawyers at (610) 557-1501 for skilled representation. (https://www.gibperk.com)

published:15 Apr 2016

views:2

In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer Jay Quatrini describes the difference between owning the copyright on a recorded performance, and owning the publishing rights to the composition being performed.

published:21 Jan 2011

views:2018

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

Attorney general

In most common law jurisdictions, the attorney general or attorney-general is the main legal advisor to the government, and in some jurisdictions they may also have executive responsibility for law enforcement, prosecutions or even responsibility for legal affairs generally. In practice, the extent to which the attorney-general personally provides legal advice to the government varies between jurisdictions, and even between individual office-holders within the same jurisdiction, often depending on the level and nature of the office-holder's prior legal experience.

The term was originally used to refer to any person who holds a general power of attorney to represent a principal in all matters. In the common law tradition, anyone who represents the state, especially in criminal prosecutions, is such an attorney. Although a government may designate some official as the permanent attorney general, anyone who comes to represent the state in the same way may, in the past, be referred to as such, even if only for a particular case. Today, however, in most jurisdictions the term is largely reserved as a title of the permanently appointed attorney general of the state, sovereign or other member of the royal family. The term is pluralized attorneys general or attorneys-general.

Publishing Deals and Performance Rights Organizations

In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work, the role that performance rights societies (such as BMI, ASCAP and SESAC) play in managing publishing arrangements -- and the murky question of just how much money they get for their assistance.

4:24

Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
Ben wrote in with this:
I am "planning" a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres - the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Is there one place I can go to get permission and usage fees for all of the music used?"
OK, Ben, here's the situation...
First off, it's great and appropriate that you're asking about the rights. Almost any popular song from the last century or so is likely protected under copyright law. Generally, a copyright owner has the exclusive right to make or distribute copies or derivatives of the original work, or to display or perform the work publicly. That's what we're talking about here.
But with musical works, in particular, there's also an important distinction made about HOW the work is performed publicly. You see when the performance is made in a concert-style its handled differently than when performed on stage as part of a dramatic work. So essentially we have nondramatic performance rights (sometimes calls "small" rights) and dramatic performance rights, which are also known as "Grand Rights"
So, with a Variety Show as you've described it, we're probably talking about those "small" rights. And that's great. You see there are groups called Performing Rights Organizations that administer the small rights for most songwriters and publishers. Now, these differ from country to country, but here in the US, there are three of them: ASCAP and BMI, and SESAC.
What these organizations do is collect royalties for all of the various nondramatic performances out there. Radio, Television broadcasts, Coffeeshops, restaurants, night clubs, hotels, auto-repair shops, and yes, Variety shows... As long as the variety show doesn't cross the line into the Grand Rights arena.
What distinguishes Grand from Small rights?
Well, it's sort of a totality of the circumstances kind of analysis. If your show has lots of costumes, props, sets, dialogue in between songs, choreography, stage directions, and a story line. Then it's going to be considered a DramaticPerformance, and you'd need Grand Rights licenses obtained directly from the copyright owners.
But if it's more like a concert, without those kinds of elements, and it's just about the songs... Then it's more likely to be viewed as nondramatic, or small rights. And those rights fall under the licenses obtained from the PRO's I mentioned.
And here's the interesting wrinkle. For the small, nondramatic licenses, in most cases, the VENUE in which the works are being performed is the party that gets the license. So, if you're performing in a theatre or performing arts center, check with them... But the rights may already be taken care of. If you're in a school setting, you'll need to confirm that the school or district has the necessary licenses in place. (most do).
Typically, Small Right in these situations are handled through "blanket" licenses that cover everything for an annual fee.
But If you're performing in a space that isn't usually used for such things, it might be necessary to get a specific purpose license to cover your show. But even that isn't overly complicated. Just contact the organizations and they'll help work out which license you need. True, it's not exactly one-stop shopping, because there could be songs that are part of ASCAP's repertoire, and others in BMI's, while still others are licensed by SESAC. But even so, it's a heck of a lot simpler than getting the rights from each individual publisher, songwriter, or songwriter's heir.
And that's exactly what DOES have to happen if you're dealing with a Grand Rights scenario. If that's what you're up against, you'll want to have help from a qualified, and experienced professional. It's what we do here, so give us a call.
If you have a question you'd like to see here on Asked and Answered, just visit http://firemark.com/questions and let me know.
See you next time!

16:37

Fighting for the People | Gerry Spence | TEDxJacksonHole

Fighting for the People | Gerry Spence | TEDxJacksonHole

Fighting for the People | Gerry Spence | TEDxJacksonHole

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a generation. Decades of excellence in the courtroom give him an unparalleled vision and continued voice. In fact, the courtrooms of America serve as muse and inspiration for his books, poems, award winning photography and visual art. He continues his journey in fighting injustice through the foundation of his Trial Lawyer’s College, begun in 1994, which educated thousands of warriors dedicated to the pursuit of justice on behalf of real people.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

4:06

Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
OK, here's what Scott wrote in...
Q: I create and tour original visual theater. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances.
However if one were to record a performance and make it available online for sale who would the international fees be paid to for the video rights to the 20+ snippets of music in the performance? And how would one go about getting the rights to use said snippets of music?
First off, I have to say that, based on what he's described, I’m not 100% certain that the venues paying ASCAP and similar types of licenses is enough to get the rights for what they're doing. You see, those Performing Rights Organizations only license so-called “small” performing rights (concerts, coffee-houses, radio airplay, etc.), and not the “Grand” rights that are involved when music is an integral part of a stage production, where the music helps move the storyline and characters forward. It’s possible that they're in small-rights territory, if this show is fairly sparse on plot, storyline, costumes, lights, etc., but it’s also possible that they really need grand rights for what they're doing.
Grand Rights licenses are negotiated directly with the music publishers who own / administer the songs.
But that’s not the question Scott asked.
To use the music in video, you also need to directly license each piece of music from the publishers that own them. The license needed is called a “synchronization” license (which authorizes you to synchronize the song with pictures and dialogue, etc.)
AND, if you’re using existing recordings of the music, you also need a "master use” license from the record company that owns the recording you’re using.
To add to the hassle, many songs are administered by multiple publishers, (each songwriter’s interest might be handled by a different company)… So you might have to chase down 3 or more publishers for a single song.
These licenses are not automatically approved. Publishers usually have to secure approval from the songwriters themselves before licensing this kind of thing, (the songwriters or their heirs...Sometimes have weird views about such stuff) so the publisher will ask for lots of information about the intended use… Context, script pages where the song appears, duration of the piece used, nature of the use (background, visual-vocal, etc.)…
And then they’ll quote a price for the use. Licenses are usually done on a “most favored nations” basis, so the highest quote sets the bar for all the music...
This can be a tremendously time-consuming process, so you should leave plenty of time.
The process:
1. Research to identify who holds the rights to each song
2. Prepare and send a quote-request (sometimes a form, sometimes just a letter asking for the rights needed) to each rights-holder.
3. Wait for approval and quote
4. Sign licensed pay fees/royalties
5. Use the music
But here's the other wrinkle... because you’re now revealing the nature of the show to these publishers, they too, will be asking the question whether you’re in “Grand Rights” territory, or whether the ASCAP/BMI rights are sufficient for the live aspect of what you’re doing.
And that's it for this session of Asked and Answered.
Do you have a question I can answer here? Visit firemark.com/questions
See you again soon.

3:37

Jobs In Law : Being A Consumer Rights Attorney

Jobs In Law : Being A Consumer Rights Attorney

Jobs In Law : Being A Consumer Rights Attorney

http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney Larry Smith of SmithMarco in Chicago. Larry gives us insight into these types of lawyers by explaining what a consumer rights lawyer does. He tells Marc Luber of JD CareersOut There these these careers for lawyers are focused on helping individuals.
Being a lawyer in this practice area of consumer rights is very rewarding according to Larry, who says in the full JDCOT interview that it's one of the types of lawyers and litigation careers focused on helping regular people in need.
Whether you're in law school, wondering if you should go to law school or exploring the different types of law, visit JDCOT for the full interview. Larry tells us how to break in to consumer rights law jobs and explains a typical day, what skills and personality types best fit this path, and how to succeed.
Visit us at: http://JDCareersOutThere.com
99 ThingsTo Do With A Law Degree (eBook): http://bit.ly/jd99things
JDCOT on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/JDCOT
JDCOT on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/JD_COT
JDCOT on Google+:http://bit.ly/JDCOTgplus
JDCOT on LinkedIn: http://ow.ly/hawCx

FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us now co-existing on the planet, the world is going to be facing some unique human rights issues in the 21st Century, and technological advances, particularly artificial intelligence, will present both challenges and opportunities that will impact us all. In this talk, Flynn Coleman, an international human rights lawyer, asks us to think about what it means to be human in new ways.
Find out more about Flynn and her work here - http://flynncoleman.community/
Twitter: @flynncoleman
Instagram: @flynncoleman
Flynn's Event Photos are here - https://www.flickr.com/photos/tedxnapavalley/albums/72157665512388853
This video was produced by 20/20 Productions (http://www.2020productions.com/) in conjunction with 3 rock marketing (http://www.3rockmarketing.com)
Flynn is the CEO and founder of Malena, a company that supports economic development and human rights with innovative solutions, such as a proprietary crowd-funding platform and accessible global marketplace. She is also an international human rights attorney, author, social entrepreneur, athlete, and teacher of mindfulness and creativity. She was educated at the London School of Economics and Political Science, Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, UC Berkeley School of Law, and the Sorbonne, and has spoken, written, and taught extensively on issues of economic development, innovation in social impact, and human rights.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

Delaware County Employment Attorney Discusses a Long Term Employee for Not Performing Job Duties

Delaware County Employment Attorney Discusses a Long Term Employee for Not Performing Job Duties

Delaware County Employment Attorney Discusses a Long Term Employee for Not Performing Job Duties

At the law firm of Gibson & Perkins, PC our experienced Delaware CountyLawyers, practicing throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey provide corporate, business transaction, tax, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation legal services to business organizations and individuals.
Our firm has expanded from its founding in 2001, into a vibrant and growing law firm with experienced Lawyers that are dedicated to serving an ever expanding and sophisticated client base.
Contact our dedicated Delaware County Lawyers at (610) 557-1501 for skilled representation. (https://www.gibperk.com)

2:02

Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer Jay Quatrini describes the difference between owning the copyright on a recorded performance, and owning the publishing rights to the composition being performed.

1:38

Social Quick Tip: Don't Give Away Your Data

Social Quick Tip: Don't Give Away Your Data

Social Quick Tip: Don't Give Away Your Data

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

0:32

Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injuries. His injury prevented him from performing his job. He was receiving full disability benefits for his injury, including wage loss benefits. The workers' compensation insurance carrier attempted to stop Melvin's benefits, arguing he had fully recovered from his serious injuries. He retained AttorneyJoseph Vendetti to represent him and preserve his benefits. Attorney Vendetti was able to preserve Melvin's benefits and resolve his issue with the insurance carrier. Attorney Vendetti was able to help Melvin through his difficult situation, ensuring that her rights and benefits were protected.
Call Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti for your free legal analysis of your claim 814-868-8941.
Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti is certified as a specialist in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Section on Workers' Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
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Music Publishing rights and Copyrights

Music Publishing rights and Copyrights

Music Publishing rights and Copyrights

EntertainmentAttorneyChristopher J. Cabott discusses music publishing rights, music copy rights and music ownership rights, along with the pros & cons of the music industries know how's... A must see for writers and artist as well as producers and anyone looking to get into the music business.

1:08

Woman performs citizen's arrest on cop

Woman performs citizen's arrest on cop

Woman performs citizen's arrest on cop

A regular citizen pulled over a cop she said was speeding and lectured him about safety.

1:49

ATTORNEY FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

ATTORNEY FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

ATTORNEY FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

INTACTIVIST LEGAL POWER...American jurisprudence cannot ignore the human rights crisis forever. Circumcision will see its day in court, and it has no defense. Ashley Arrington is among the young attorneys from coast to coast bringing their brainpower, dedication, compassion, and scholarship to the battle for our nation's future as a free people. She is working with Attorneys for the Rights of the Child. — with Ashley Arrington and Steven Svoboda.

0:46

Social Quick Tip: Create Something On Your Own

Social Quick Tip: Create Something On Your Own

Social Quick Tip: Create Something On Your Own

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

5:25

Understanding Performance Royalties - How To Make Money With Your Music

Understanding Performance Royalties - How To Make Money With Your Music

Understanding Performance Royalties - How To Make Money With Your Music

http://themusicbizworkshop.com/2011/tmbwp-episode-002/
Click the link above for more complete info on the PerformanceRoyalties
This is an excerpt from Episode #2 of our Music Biz Workshop Podcast. In this excerpt we are discussing the concept of Performance Royalties and how songwriters and musicians can get paid when their musical works are performed in a live setting.
There are a huge amount of musicians that don't even realize that they should be reporting to their PRO (Performing Rights Organization) every time they perform their songs at a gig. These performances add up and they should be earning Performance Royalties from these gigs.
performance royalties
music royalties
royalties for songs
music rights
http://youtu.be/X73AadSf1Mc

0:49

Social Quick Tip: Free Downloads Can Lead to Engagement

Social Quick Tip: Free Downloads Can Lead to Engagement

Social Quick Tip: Free Downloads Can Lead to Engagement

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

Publishing Deals and Performance Rights Organizations

In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work, the role that performance rights societies (such as BMI, ASCAP and SESAC) play in managing publishing arrangements -- and the murky question of just how much money they get for their assistance.

published: 06 Jun 2008

Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
Ben wrote in with this:
I am "planning" a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres - the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Is there one place I can go to get permission and usage fees for all of the music used?"
OK, Ben, here's the situation...
First off, it's great and appropriate that you're asking about the rights. Almost any popular song from the last century or so is likely protected under copyright law. Generally, a copyright owner has the exclusive right...

published: 01 Feb 2018

Fighting for the People | Gerry Spence | TEDxJacksonHole

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a generation. Decades of excellence in the courtroom give him an unparalleled vision and continued voice. In fact, the courtrooms of America serve as muse and inspiration for his books, poems, award winning photography and visual art. He continues his journey in fighting injustice through the foundation of his Trial Lawyer’s College, begun in 1994, which educated thousands of warriors dedicated to the pursuit of justice on behalf of real people.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

published: 11 Nov 2016

Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
OK, here's what Scott wrote in...
Q: I create and tour original visual theater. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances.
However if one were to record a performance and make it available online for sale who would the international fees be paid to for the video rights to the 20+ snippets of music in the performance? And how would one go about getting the rights to use said snippets of music?
First off, I...

published: 03 Nov 2016

Jobs In Law : Being A Consumer Rights Attorney

http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney Larry Smith of SmithMarco in Chicago. Larry gives us insight into these types of lawyers by explaining what a consumer rights lawyer does. He tells Marc Luber of JD CareersOut There these these careers for lawyers are focused on helping individuals.
Being a lawyer in this practice area of consumer rights is very rewarding according to Larry, who says in the full JDCOT interview that it's one of the types of lawyers and litigation careers focused on helping regular people in need.
Whether you're in law school, wondering if you should go to law school or exploring the different types of law, visit JDCOT for the full interview. Larry...

FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us now co-existing on the planet, the world is going to be facing some unique human rights issues in the 21st Century, and technological advances, particularly artificial intelligence, will present both challenges and opportunities that will impact us all. In this talk, Flynn Coleman, an international human rights lawyer, asks us to think about what it means to be human in new ways.
Find out more about Flynn and her work here - http://flynncoleman.community/
Twitter: @flynncoleman
Instagram: @flynncoleman
Flynn's Event Photos are here - https://www.flickr.com/photos/tedxnapavalley/albums/72157665512388853
This video was prod...

Delaware County Employment Attorney Discusses a Long Term Employee for Not Performing Job Duties

At the law firm of Gibson & Perkins, PC our experienced Delaware CountyLawyers, practicing throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey provide corporate, business transaction, tax, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation legal services to business organizations and individuals.
Our firm has expanded from its founding in 2001, into a vibrant and growing law firm with experienced Lawyers that are dedicated to serving an ever expanding and sophisticated client base.
Contact our dedicated Delaware County Lawyers at (610) 557-1501 for skilled representation. (https://www.gibperk.com)

published: 15 Apr 2016

Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer Jay Quatrini describes the difference between owning the copyright on a recorded performance, and owning the publishing rights to the composition being performed.

Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injuries. His injury prevented him from performing his job. He was receiving full disability benefits for his injury, including wage loss benefits. The workers' compensation insurance carrier attempted to stop Melvin's benefits, arguing he had fully recovered from his serious injuries. He retained AttorneyJoseph Vendetti to represent him and preserve his benefits. Attorney Vendetti was able to preserve Melvin's benefits and resolve his issue with the insurance carrier. Attorney Vendetti was able to help Melvin through his difficult situation, ensuring that her rights and benefits were protected.
Call Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti for your free legal analysis of your claim 814-868-8941.
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12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning...

published: 14 Dec 2017

Music Publishing rights and Copyrights

EntertainmentAttorneyChristopher J. Cabott discusses music publishing rights, music copy rights and music ownership rights, along with the pros & cons of the music industries know how's... A must see for writers and artist as well as producers and anyone looking to get into the music business.

published: 27 Jun 2011

Woman performs citizen's arrest on cop

A regular citizen pulled over a cop she said was speeding and lectured him about safety.

published: 01 Feb 2016

ATTORNEY FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

INTACTIVIST LEGAL POWER...American jurisprudence cannot ignore the human rights crisis forever. Circumcision will see its day in court, and it has no defense. Ashley Arrington is among the young attorneys from coast to coast bringing their brainpower, dedication, compassion, and scholarship to the battle for our nation's future as a free people. She is working with Attorneys for the Rights of the Child. — with Ashley Arrington and Steven Svoboda.

Understanding Performance Royalties - How To Make Money With Your Music

http://themusicbizworkshop.com/2011/tmbwp-episode-002/
Click the link above for more complete info on the PerformanceRoyalties
This is an excerpt from Episode #2 of our Music Biz Workshop Podcast. In this excerpt we are discussing the concept of Performance Royalties and how songwriters and musicians can get paid when their musical works are performed in a live setting.
There are a huge amount of musicians that don't even realize that they should be reporting to their PRO (Performing Rights Organization) every time they perform their songs at a gig. These performances add up and they should be earning Performance Royalties from these gigs.
performance royalties
music royalties
royalties for songs
music rights
http://youtu.be/X73AadSf1Mc

Publishing Deals and Performance Rights Organizations

In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work...

In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work, the role that performance rights societies (such as BMI, ASCAP and SESAC) play in managing publishing arrangements -- and the murky question of just how much money they get for their assistance.

In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work, the role that performance rights societies (such as BMI, ASCAP and SESAC) play in managing publishing arrangements -- and the murky question of just how much money they get for their assistance.

Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common ...

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
Ben wrote in with this:
I am "planning" a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres - the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Is there one place I can go to get permission and usage fees for all of the music used?"
OK, Ben, here's the situation...
First off, it's great and appropriate that you're asking about the rights. Almost any popular song from the last century or so is likely protected under copyright law. Generally, a copyright owner has the exclusive right to make or distribute copies or derivatives of the original work, or to display or perform the work publicly. That's what we're talking about here.
But with musical works, in particular, there's also an important distinction made about HOW the work is performed publicly. You see when the performance is made in a concert-style its handled differently than when performed on stage as part of a dramatic work. So essentially we have nondramatic performance rights (sometimes calls "small" rights) and dramatic performance rights, which are also known as "Grand Rights"
So, with a Variety Show as you've described it, we're probably talking about those "small" rights. And that's great. You see there are groups called Performing Rights Organizations that administer the small rights for most songwriters and publishers. Now, these differ from country to country, but here in the US, there are three of them: ASCAP and BMI, and SESAC.
What these organizations do is collect royalties for all of the various nondramatic performances out there. Radio, Television broadcasts, Coffeeshops, restaurants, night clubs, hotels, auto-repair shops, and yes, Variety shows... As long as the variety show doesn't cross the line into the Grand Rights arena.
What distinguishes Grand from Small rights?
Well, it's sort of a totality of the circumstances kind of analysis. If your show has lots of costumes, props, sets, dialogue in between songs, choreography, stage directions, and a story line. Then it's going to be considered a DramaticPerformance, and you'd need Grand Rights licenses obtained directly from the copyright owners.
But if it's more like a concert, without those kinds of elements, and it's just about the songs... Then it's more likely to be viewed as nondramatic, or small rights. And those rights fall under the licenses obtained from the PRO's I mentioned.
And here's the interesting wrinkle. For the small, nondramatic licenses, in most cases, the VENUE in which the works are being performed is the party that gets the license. So, if you're performing in a theatre or performing arts center, check with them... But the rights may already be taken care of. If you're in a school setting, you'll need to confirm that the school or district has the necessary licenses in place. (most do).
Typically, Small Right in these situations are handled through "blanket" licenses that cover everything for an annual fee.
But If you're performing in a space that isn't usually used for such things, it might be necessary to get a specific purpose license to cover your show. But even that isn't overly complicated. Just contact the organizations and they'll help work out which license you need. True, it's not exactly one-stop shopping, because there could be songs that are part of ASCAP's repertoire, and others in BMI's, while still others are licensed by SESAC. But even so, it's a heck of a lot simpler than getting the rights from each individual publisher, songwriter, or songwriter's heir.
And that's exactly what DOES have to happen if you're dealing with a Grand Rights scenario. If that's what you're up against, you'll want to have help from a qualified, and experienced professional. It's what we do here, so give us a call.
If you have a question you'd like to see here on Asked and Answered, just visit http://firemark.com/questions and let me know.
See you next time!

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
Ben wrote in with this:
I am "planning" a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres - the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Is there one place I can go to get permission and usage fees for all of the music used?"
OK, Ben, here's the situation...
First off, it's great and appropriate that you're asking about the rights. Almost any popular song from the last century or so is likely protected under copyright law. Generally, a copyright owner has the exclusive right to make or distribute copies or derivatives of the original work, or to display or perform the work publicly. That's what we're talking about here.
But with musical works, in particular, there's also an important distinction made about HOW the work is performed publicly. You see when the performance is made in a concert-style its handled differently than when performed on stage as part of a dramatic work. So essentially we have nondramatic performance rights (sometimes calls "small" rights) and dramatic performance rights, which are also known as "Grand Rights"
So, with a Variety Show as you've described it, we're probably talking about those "small" rights. And that's great. You see there are groups called Performing Rights Organizations that administer the small rights for most songwriters and publishers. Now, these differ from country to country, but here in the US, there are three of them: ASCAP and BMI, and SESAC.
What these organizations do is collect royalties for all of the various nondramatic performances out there. Radio, Television broadcasts, Coffeeshops, restaurants, night clubs, hotels, auto-repair shops, and yes, Variety shows... As long as the variety show doesn't cross the line into the Grand Rights arena.
What distinguishes Grand from Small rights?
Well, it's sort of a totality of the circumstances kind of analysis. If your show has lots of costumes, props, sets, dialogue in between songs, choreography, stage directions, and a story line. Then it's going to be considered a DramaticPerformance, and you'd need Grand Rights licenses obtained directly from the copyright owners.
But if it's more like a concert, without those kinds of elements, and it's just about the songs... Then it's more likely to be viewed as nondramatic, or small rights. And those rights fall under the licenses obtained from the PRO's I mentioned.
And here's the interesting wrinkle. For the small, nondramatic licenses, in most cases, the VENUE in which the works are being performed is the party that gets the license. So, if you're performing in a theatre or performing arts center, check with them... But the rights may already be taken care of. If you're in a school setting, you'll need to confirm that the school or district has the necessary licenses in place. (most do).
Typically, Small Right in these situations are handled through "blanket" licenses that cover everything for an annual fee.
But If you're performing in a space that isn't usually used for such things, it might be necessary to get a specific purpose license to cover your show. But even that isn't overly complicated. Just contact the organizations and they'll help work out which license you need. True, it's not exactly one-stop shopping, because there could be songs that are part of ASCAP's repertoire, and others in BMI's, while still others are licensed by SESAC. But even so, it's a heck of a lot simpler than getting the rights from each individual publisher, songwriter, or songwriter's heir.
And that's exactly what DOES have to happen if you're dealing with a Grand Rights scenario. If that's what you're up against, you'll want to have help from a qualified, and experienced professional. It's what we do here, so give us a call.
If you have a question you'd like to see here on Asked and Answered, just visit http://firemark.com/questions and let me know.
See you next time!

Fighting for the People | Gerry Spence | TEDxJacksonHole

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a genera...

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a generation. Decades of excellence in the courtroom give him an unparalleled vision and continued voice. In fact, the courtrooms of America serve as muse and inspiration for his books, poems, award winning photography and visual art. He continues his journey in fighting injustice through the foundation of his Trial Lawyer’s College, begun in 1994, which educated thousands of warriors dedicated to the pursuit of justice on behalf of real people.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a generation. Decades of excellence in the courtroom give him an unparalleled vision and continued voice. In fact, the courtrooms of America serve as muse and inspiration for his books, poems, award winning photography and visual art. He continues his journey in fighting injustice through the foundation of his Trial Lawyer’s College, begun in 1994, which educated thousands of warriors dedicated to the pursuit of justice on behalf of real people.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I an...

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
OK, here's what Scott wrote in...
Q: I create and tour original visual theater. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances.
However if one were to record a performance and make it available online for sale who would the international fees be paid to for the video rights to the 20+ snippets of music in the performance? And how would one go about getting the rights to use said snippets of music?
First off, I have to say that, based on what he's described, I’m not 100% certain that the venues paying ASCAP and similar types of licenses is enough to get the rights for what they're doing. You see, those Performing Rights Organizations only license so-called “small” performing rights (concerts, coffee-houses, radio airplay, etc.), and not the “Grand” rights that are involved when music is an integral part of a stage production, where the music helps move the storyline and characters forward. It’s possible that they're in small-rights territory, if this show is fairly sparse on plot, storyline, costumes, lights, etc., but it’s also possible that they really need grand rights for what they're doing.
Grand Rights licenses are negotiated directly with the music publishers who own / administer the songs.
But that’s not the question Scott asked.
To use the music in video, you also need to directly license each piece of music from the publishers that own them. The license needed is called a “synchronization” license (which authorizes you to synchronize the song with pictures and dialogue, etc.)
AND, if you’re using existing recordings of the music, you also need a "master use” license from the record company that owns the recording you’re using.
To add to the hassle, many songs are administered by multiple publishers, (each songwriter’s interest might be handled by a different company)… So you might have to chase down 3 or more publishers for a single song.
These licenses are not automatically approved. Publishers usually have to secure approval from the songwriters themselves before licensing this kind of thing, (the songwriters or their heirs...Sometimes have weird views about such stuff) so the publisher will ask for lots of information about the intended use… Context, script pages where the song appears, duration of the piece used, nature of the use (background, visual-vocal, etc.)…
And then they’ll quote a price for the use. Licenses are usually done on a “most favored nations” basis, so the highest quote sets the bar for all the music...
This can be a tremendously time-consuming process, so you should leave plenty of time.
The process:
1. Research to identify who holds the rights to each song
2. Prepare and send a quote-request (sometimes a form, sometimes just a letter asking for the rights needed) to each rights-holder.
3. Wait for approval and quote
4. Sign licensed pay fees/royalties
5. Use the music
But here's the other wrinkle... because you’re now revealing the nature of the show to these publishers, they too, will be asking the question whether you’re in “Grand Rights” territory, or whether the ASCAP/BMI rights are sufficient for the live aspect of what you’re doing.
And that's it for this session of Asked and Answered.
Do you have a question I can answer here? Visit firemark.com/questions
See you again soon.

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
OK, here's what Scott wrote in...
Q: I create and tour original visual theater. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances.
However if one were to record a performance and make it available online for sale who would the international fees be paid to for the video rights to the 20+ snippets of music in the performance? And how would one go about getting the rights to use said snippets of music?
First off, I have to say that, based on what he's described, I’m not 100% certain that the venues paying ASCAP and similar types of licenses is enough to get the rights for what they're doing. You see, those Performing Rights Organizations only license so-called “small” performing rights (concerts, coffee-houses, radio airplay, etc.), and not the “Grand” rights that are involved when music is an integral part of a stage production, where the music helps move the storyline and characters forward. It’s possible that they're in small-rights territory, if this show is fairly sparse on plot, storyline, costumes, lights, etc., but it’s also possible that they really need grand rights for what they're doing.
Grand Rights licenses are negotiated directly with the music publishers who own / administer the songs.
But that’s not the question Scott asked.
To use the music in video, you also need to directly license each piece of music from the publishers that own them. The license needed is called a “synchronization” license (which authorizes you to synchronize the song with pictures and dialogue, etc.)
AND, if you’re using existing recordings of the music, you also need a "master use” license from the record company that owns the recording you’re using.
To add to the hassle, many songs are administered by multiple publishers, (each songwriter’s interest might be handled by a different company)… So you might have to chase down 3 or more publishers for a single song.
These licenses are not automatically approved. Publishers usually have to secure approval from the songwriters themselves before licensing this kind of thing, (the songwriters or their heirs...Sometimes have weird views about such stuff) so the publisher will ask for lots of information about the intended use… Context, script pages where the song appears, duration of the piece used, nature of the use (background, visual-vocal, etc.)…
And then they’ll quote a price for the use. Licenses are usually done on a “most favored nations” basis, so the highest quote sets the bar for all the music...
This can be a tremendously time-consuming process, so you should leave plenty of time.
The process:
1. Research to identify who holds the rights to each song
2. Prepare and send a quote-request (sometimes a form, sometimes just a letter asking for the rights needed) to each rights-holder.
3. Wait for approval and quote
4. Sign licensed pay fees/royalties
5. Use the music
But here's the other wrinkle... because you’re now revealing the nature of the show to these publishers, they too, will be asking the question whether you’re in “Grand Rights” territory, or whether the ASCAP/BMI rights are sufficient for the live aspect of what you’re doing.
And that's it for this session of Asked and Answered.
Do you have a question I can answer here? Visit firemark.com/questions
See you again soon.

Jobs In Law : Being A Consumer Rights Attorney

http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney La...

http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney Larry Smith of SmithMarco in Chicago. Larry gives us insight into these types of lawyers by explaining what a consumer rights lawyer does. He tells Marc Luber of JD CareersOut There these these careers for lawyers are focused on helping individuals.
Being a lawyer in this practice area of consumer rights is very rewarding according to Larry, who says in the full JDCOT interview that it's one of the types of lawyers and litigation careers focused on helping regular people in need.
Whether you're in law school, wondering if you should go to law school or exploring the different types of law, visit JDCOT for the full interview. Larry tells us how to break in to consumer rights law jobs and explains a typical day, what skills and personality types best fit this path, and how to succeed.
Visit us at: http://JDCareersOutThere.com
99 ThingsTo Do With A Law Degree (eBook): http://bit.ly/jd99things
JDCOT on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/JDCOT
JDCOT on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/JD_COT
JDCOT on Google+:http://bit.ly/JDCOTgplus
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http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney Larry Smith of SmithMarco in Chicago. Larry gives us insight into these types of lawyers by explaining what a consumer rights lawyer does. He tells Marc Luber of JD CareersOut There these these careers for lawyers are focused on helping individuals.
Being a lawyer in this practice area of consumer rights is very rewarding according to Larry, who says in the full JDCOT interview that it's one of the types of lawyers and litigation careers focused on helping regular people in need.
Whether you're in law school, wondering if you should go to law school or exploring the different types of law, visit JDCOT for the full interview. Larry tells us how to break in to consumer rights law jobs and explains a typical day, what skills and personality types best fit this path, and how to succeed.
Visit us at: http://JDCareersOutThere.com
99 ThingsTo Do With A Law Degree (eBook): http://bit.ly/jd99things
JDCOT on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/JDCOT
JDCOT on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/JD_COT
JDCOT on Google+:http://bit.ly/JDCOTgplus
JDCOT on LinkedIn: http://ow.ly/hawCx

FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us ...

FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us now co-existing on the planet, the world is going to be facing some unique human rights issues in the 21st Century, and technological advances, particularly artificial intelligence, will present both challenges and opportunities that will impact us all. In this talk, Flynn Coleman, an international human rights lawyer, asks us to think about what it means to be human in new ways.
Find out more about Flynn and her work here - http://flynncoleman.community/
Twitter: @flynncoleman
Instagram: @flynncoleman
Flynn's Event Photos are here - https://www.flickr.com/photos/tedxnapavalley/albums/72157665512388853
This video was produced by 20/20 Productions (http://www.2020productions.com/) in conjunction with 3 rock marketing (http://www.3rockmarketing.com)
Flynn is the CEO and founder of Malena, a company that supports economic development and human rights with innovative solutions, such as a proprietary crowd-funding platform and accessible global marketplace. She is also an international human rights attorney, author, social entrepreneur, athlete, and teacher of mindfulness and creativity. She was educated at the London School of Economics and Political Science, Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, UC Berkeley School of Law, and the Sorbonne, and has spoken, written, and taught extensively on issues of economic development, innovation in social impact, and human rights.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us now co-existing on the planet, the world is going to be facing some unique human rights issues in the 21st Century, and technological advances, particularly artificial intelligence, will present both challenges and opportunities that will impact us all. In this talk, Flynn Coleman, an international human rights lawyer, asks us to think about what it means to be human in new ways.
Find out more about Flynn and her work here - http://flynncoleman.community/
Twitter: @flynncoleman
Instagram: @flynncoleman
Flynn's Event Photos are here - https://www.flickr.com/photos/tedxnapavalley/albums/72157665512388853
This video was produced by 20/20 Productions (http://www.2020productions.com/) in conjunction with 3 rock marketing (http://www.3rockmarketing.com)
Flynn is the CEO and founder of Malena, a company that supports economic development and human rights with innovative solutions, such as a proprietary crowd-funding platform and accessible global marketplace. She is also an international human rights attorney, author, social entrepreneur, athlete, and teacher of mindfulness and creativity. She was educated at the London School of Economics and Political Science, Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, UC Berkeley School of Law, and the Sorbonne, and has spoken, written, and taught extensively on issues of economic development, innovation in social impact, and human rights.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

At the law firm of Gibson & Perkins, PC our experienced Delaware CountyLawyers, practicing throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey provide corporate, business transaction, tax, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation legal services to business organizations and individuals.
Our firm has expanded from its founding in 2001, into a vibrant and growing law firm with experienced Lawyers that are dedicated to serving an ever expanding and sophisticated client base.
Contact our dedicated Delaware County Lawyers at (610) 557-1501 for skilled representation. (https://www.gibperk.com)

At the law firm of Gibson & Perkins, PC our experienced Delaware CountyLawyers, practicing throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey provide corporate, business transaction, tax, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation legal services to business organizations and individuals.
Our firm has expanded from its founding in 2001, into a vibrant and growing law firm with experienced Lawyers that are dedicated to serving an ever expanding and sophisticated client base.
Contact our dedicated Delaware County Lawyers at (610) 557-1501 for skilled representation. (https://www.gibperk.com)

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Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer Jay Quatrini describes the difference between owning the copyright on a recorded performance, and owning the publishing rights to the composition being performed.

In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer Jay Quatrini describes the difference between owning the copyright on a recorded performance, and owning the publishing rights to the composition being performed.

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injuries. His injury prevented him from performing his job. He was receivin...

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injuries. His injury prevented him from performing his job. He was receiving full disability benefits for his injury, including wage loss benefits. The workers' compensation insurance carrier attempted to stop Melvin's benefits, arguing he had fully recovered from his serious injuries. He retained AttorneyJoseph Vendetti to represent him and preserve his benefits. Attorney Vendetti was able to preserve Melvin's benefits and resolve his issue with the insurance carrier. Attorney Vendetti was able to help Melvin through his difficult situation, ensuring that her rights and benefits were protected.
Call Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti for your free legal analysis of your claim 814-868-8941.
Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti is certified as a specialist in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Section on Workers' Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injuries. His injury prevented him from performing his job. He was receiving full disability benefits for his injury, including wage loss benefits. The workers' compensation insurance carrier attempted to stop Melvin's benefits, arguing he had fully recovered from his serious injuries. He retained AttorneyJoseph Vendetti to represent him and preserve his benefits. Attorney Vendetti was able to preserve Melvin's benefits and resolve his issue with the insurance carrier. Attorney Vendetti was able to help Melvin through his difficult situation, ensuring that her rights and benefits were protected.
Call Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti for your free legal analysis of your claim 814-868-8941.
Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti is certified as a specialist in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Section on Workers' Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
http://www.ScottAnthonyArchives.com
*Fair Use Disclaimer for NewsBroadcasting*: The Content in this video constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for research and educational purposes. This channel is making such material available in a effort to advance the understanding of the following, including but not limited to: environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy, scientific, and social justice issues.

12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
http://www.ScottAnthonyArchives.com
*Fair Use Disclaimer for NewsBroadcasting*: The Content in this video constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for research and educational purposes. This channel is making such material available in a effort to advance the understanding of the following, including but not limited to: environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy, scientific, and social justice issues.

EntertainmentAttorneyChristopher J. Cabott discusses music publishing rights, music copy rights and music ownership rights, along with the pros & cons of the music industries know how's... A must see for writers and artist as well as producers and anyone looking to get into the music business.

EntertainmentAttorneyChristopher J. Cabott discusses music publishing rights, music copy rights and music ownership rights, along with the pros & cons of the music industries know how's... A must see for writers and artist as well as producers and anyone looking to get into the music business.

INTACTIVIST LEGAL POWER...American jurisprudence cannot ignore the human rights crisis forever. Circumcision will see its day in court, and it has no defense. Ashley Arrington is among the young attorneys from coast to coast bringing their brainpower, dedication, compassion, and scholarship to the battle for our nation's future as a free people. She is working with Attorneys for the Rights of the Child. — with Ashley Arrington and Steven Svoboda.

INTACTIVIST LEGAL POWER...American jurisprudence cannot ignore the human rights crisis forever. Circumcision will see its day in court, and it has no defense. Ashley Arrington is among the young attorneys from coast to coast bringing their brainpower, dedication, compassion, and scholarship to the battle for our nation's future as a free people. She is working with Attorneys for the Rights of the Child. — with Ashley Arrington and Steven Svoboda.

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

published:24 Nov 2013

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Understanding Performance Royalties - How To Make Money With Your Music

http://themusicbizworkshop.com/2011/tmbwp-episode-002/
Click the link above for more complete info on the PerformanceRoyalties
This is an excerpt from Episode #2 of our Music Biz Workshop Podcast. In this excerpt we are discussing the concept of Performance Royalties and how songwriters and musicians can get paid when their musical works are performed in a live setting.
There are a huge amount of musicians that don't even realize that they should be reporting to their PRO (Performing Rights Organization) every time they perform their songs at a gig. These performances add up and they should be earning Performance Royalties from these gigs.
performance royalties
music royalties
royalties for songs
music rights
http://youtu.be/X73AadSf1Mc

http://themusicbizworkshop.com/2011/tmbwp-episode-002/
Click the link above for more complete info on the PerformanceRoyalties
This is an excerpt from Episode #2 of our Music Biz Workshop Podcast. In this excerpt we are discussing the concept of Performance Royalties and how songwriters and musicians can get paid when their musical works are performed in a live setting.
There are a huge amount of musicians that don't even realize that they should be reporting to their PRO (Performing Rights Organization) every time they perform their songs at a gig. These performances add up and they should be earning Performance Royalties from these gigs.
performance royalties
music royalties
royalties for songs
music rights
http://youtu.be/X73AadSf1Mc

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
http://www.bmi.com
About BMI
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning...

In one testy exchange, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries challenged Sessions to clarify or correct previous testimony given under oath before Congress, reminding the attorney general about a 1999 speech he gave as a Senator supporting the impeachment of then-President Clinton.
Sessions was peppered with questions about the Trump administration's lack of diversity including the number of Black judicial nominees to sit on the federal bench.
Sessions was also asked about a controversial August FBI report on, quote, "Black Identity Extremists" the bureau claimed were a threat to law enforcement officers.
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Listen, download and subscribe to the ALL NEWRoland Martin Unfiltered Audio Podcast on iTunes http://ow.ly/Hctl30eeN19
Visit Roland Martin's NEW digital lifestyle and information website h...

published: 15 Nov 2017

Music Publishing with Attorney Steve Winogradsky

Got questions about music publishing? We probably answered them in this great episode with music attorney Steve Winogradsky.
Recorded on 2/9/15

published: 10 Feb 2015

Thurgood Marshall: The Definitive Biography of the Great Lawyer and Supreme Court Justice (1999)

Ep 26-Songs with Mario Gonzalez

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Today on RenmanLIVE we spoke with music attorney Mario Gonzalez about turning songs into money. Also joining us is ASCAP's Sean O'Malley and music publisher Jake Versluis, A&R for PositionMusic, who informs us on the gatekeepers in music licensing and the best way to get in front of those people.
Our interview covered a number of topics which we've outlined below to make it easy for you.
1:45 Overview
3:55 What Is RenmanLIVE
8:45 Mario Gonzalez Introduction
9:59 What isMusic Publishing?
11:43 What Are Mechanicals?
15:02 Performance Income (ASCAP/BMI)
17:46 Synchronization Licenses
19:17 Who Is The Publisher?
20:04 How Publishing Income is Split
21:37 Co-Publishing Deals
22:20 Publishing Splits To Lookout For
24:04 Term of Publishing Agreements
26:09 When To Mak...

We’re Being Misled Into More War [57]

Is it really the US’ goal to “destabilize the Middle East”? Lee Camp invites Ben Norton, a journalist who covers the Middle East for Alternet, the Intercept, among some other alternative media sources to answer questions that are never raised in the mainstream news about the recent military actions in Syria. They discuss the messy situation on the ground in Yemen, Afghanistan, and Syria, the deep state’s plan for regime change, and leaked information that indicates the US is sacrificing innocent civilians. In the second half, Lee breaks down how the part Democrats are treating to Bernie-style candidates, and it looks reminiscent of the general election: they are getting screwed. In the recent special election in KansasJames Thompson -- a former civil rights attorney, veteran, and now prog...

published: 20 Apr 2017

Your attorney in the judgement, seminar 6, part1

Mr. Feller is a founding partner of Ross Feller Casey, a nationally recognized law firm that handles all types of personal injury lawsuits. During his extensive career, Mr. Feller has built an impeccable reputation in the legal community where he is known as a tireless advocate for his clients and an exceptionally skilled litigator who can distill the most complex of issues into simple terms for a jury.
Mr. Feller gained national attention for successfully representing seven sexual assault victims of former football coach Jerry Sandusky in civil litigation against Penn State University. With more clients than any other single firm, Feller and Ross Feller Casey played an integral role in finalizing the $60 million global settlement with Penn State in August 2013.

The Future Of What - Episode #50: Songwriters' Rights

Think the music industry is confusing? Here's where things get really hairy for songwriters. The Department of Justice recently issued a statement upholding consent decrees that regulate performing rights organizations BMI and ASCAP. These decrees were originally intended as an antitrust measure, but many feel they are outdated and come with many costs. DavidIsraelite, CEO of the NMPA, says this decision will devalue songs, implicate the property rights of songwriters and limit their creative process. We asked musician and industry critic David Lowery (Cracker, Camper Van Beethoven) and lawyer Chris Castle to help us further understand the ramifications of the DOJ's stance.
The Future of What is a radio show hosted by Kill Rock Stars president, Portia Sabin, that explores current trends ...

published: 07 Jan 2017

Saper Law Seminar: Music in your Restaurant and Bar, ft. BMI

This Saper Law Seminar will pull the curtain back on music licensing and help you understand the legalities of using music in your restaurant, bar, or other establishment. (If you didn't know this already, you need to pay to play music at your venue!.)
Saper Law has invited DanielB. Spears, VP of IndustryRelations at BMI, to explain when a restaurant or venue needs a public performance license. In addition, the session will focus on how copyright licensing fees are determined and where the money goes.

published: 02 Sep 2015

#FreeIran Gathering - Paris, 1 July, 2017

Hundreds of top politicians, legislative delegations and prominent personalities from more than 50 countries and five continents participated in the FreeIran gathering
http://www.maryam-rajavi.com/en/activities/event-reports/item/a-report-on-the-grand-gathering-of-the-iranian-resistance-in-paris
The grand gathering of Iranians and supporters of the IranianResistance was held in Paris on Saturday, July 1, with hundreds of top international politicians and statesmen as well as legislative delegations and prominent figures participating from more than 50 countries and five continents.
In her remarks in this meeting, Maryam Rajavi emphasized that the only way to save the Iranian people from religious tyranny and the only way to establish peace and tranquility in the region is to overthr...

published: 16 Jul 2017

When & How to Refuse to Notarize and Avoiding the Unauthorized Practice of Law by Michael Closen

Recorded at the 2017 Notary PublicConference hosted in Austin, Texas by the Texas Secretary of State. Supporting documentation developed by the speaker may be found on the Texas Secretary of State's website, which also contains additional links to videos and other educational content for notaries: http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-public.shtml

12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
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12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
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In one testy exchange, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries challenged Sessions to clarify or correct previous testimony given under oath before Congress, reminding the attorney general about a 1999 speech he gave as a Senator supporting the impeachment of then-President Clinton.
Sessions was peppered with questions about the Trump administration's lack of diversity including the number of Black judicial nominees to sit on the federal bench.
Sessions was also asked about a controversial August FBI report on, quote, "Black Identity Extremists" the bureau claimed were a threat to law enforcement officers.
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In one testy exchange, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries challenged Sessions to clarify or correct previous testimony given under oath before Congress, reminding the attorney general about a 1999 speech he gave as a Senator supporting the impeachment of then-President Clinton.
Sessions was peppered with questions about the Trump administration's lack of diversity including the number of Black judicial nominees to sit on the federal bench.
Sessions was also asked about a controversial August FBI report on, quote, "Black Identity Extremists" the bureau claimed were a threat to law enforcement officers.
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Ep 26-Songs with Mario Gonzalez

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Today on RenmanLIVE we spoke with music attorney Mario Gonzalez about turning songs into money. Also joining us is ASCAP's Sean O'Malle...

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Today on RenmanLIVE we spoke with music attorney Mario Gonzalez about turning songs into money. Also joining us is ASCAP's Sean O'Malley and music publisher Jake Versluis, A&R for PositionMusic, who informs us on the gatekeepers in music licensing and the best way to get in front of those people.
Our interview covered a number of topics which we've outlined below to make it easy for you.
1:45 Overview
3:55 What Is RenmanLIVE
8:45 Mario Gonzalez Introduction
9:59 What isMusic Publishing?
11:43 What Are Mechanicals?
15:02 Performance Income (ASCAP/BMI)
17:46 Synchronization Licenses
19:17 Who Is The Publisher?
20:04 How Publishing Income is Split
21:37 Co-Publishing Deals
22:20 Publishing Splits To Lookout For
24:04 Term of Publishing Agreements
26:09 When To Make a Publishing Deal
29:13 ChatroomQuestion - How Should A Band Split Up The Ownership of the Songs Written?
31:30 Chatroom Question - Can a Publisher Rename The Title of My Song?
36:20 Sean O'Malley Introduction
37:06 What A Performing Rights SocietyDoes For Its Members
38:04 Who Does ASCAP Collect Money From
39:27 How Are The Payments Calculated
44:16 What Impact Has The Internet Had on The Publishing Business
46:45 What are The Differences Between The Performing Rights Societies
48:46 How To Join ASCAP
51:33 Jake Versluis Introduction
54:40Steps to Get Signed To Postion Music
1:00:57 Chatroom Question - How Should an Indie band Seek Out Licensing
1:04:55 How to Get InContact With A Music Supervisor
1:11:19 Chatroom Question - What a Sync and TV Deal Would Look LIke
If you're looking to do something great in today's music business than RenmanMB is for you! With over 90 live shows and 500+ videos, we're talking with the smartest, most talented artists and music professionals about today's music business. Founded by legendary Music Industry expert Steve Rennie, RenmanMB is your one stop for the best advice and education on today's music business.
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"A bad manager is worse than no manager at all"-Renman
Would you know your perfect manager if you met them? Check out our Tip From the Pros Management PDF to find out what you should be looking for in your search for the right manager. https://renmanu.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Tips-from-the-Pros-Manager.pdf

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Today on RenmanLIVE we spoke with music attorney Mario Gonzalez about turning songs into money. Also joining us is ASCAP's Sean O'Malley and music publisher Jake Versluis, A&R for PositionMusic, who informs us on the gatekeepers in music licensing and the best way to get in front of those people.
Our interview covered a number of topics which we've outlined below to make it easy for you.
1:45 Overview
3:55 What Is RenmanLIVE
8:45 Mario Gonzalez Introduction
9:59 What isMusic Publishing?
11:43 What Are Mechanicals?
15:02 Performance Income (ASCAP/BMI)
17:46 Synchronization Licenses
19:17 Who Is The Publisher?
20:04 How Publishing Income is Split
21:37 Co-Publishing Deals
22:20 Publishing Splits To Lookout For
24:04 Term of Publishing Agreements
26:09 When To Make a Publishing Deal
29:13 ChatroomQuestion - How Should A Band Split Up The Ownership of the Songs Written?
31:30 Chatroom Question - Can a Publisher Rename The Title of My Song?
36:20 Sean O'Malley Introduction
37:06 What A Performing Rights SocietyDoes For Its Members
38:04 Who Does ASCAP Collect Money From
39:27 How Are The Payments Calculated
44:16 What Impact Has The Internet Had on The Publishing Business
46:45 What are The Differences Between The Performing Rights Societies
48:46 How To Join ASCAP
51:33 Jake Versluis Introduction
54:40Steps to Get Signed To Postion Music
1:00:57 Chatroom Question - How Should an Indie band Seek Out Licensing
1:04:55 How to Get InContact With A Music Supervisor
1:11:19 Chatroom Question - What a Sync and TV Deal Would Look LIke
If you're looking to do something great in today's music business than RenmanMB is for you! With over 90 live shows and 500+ videos, we're talking with the smartest, most talented artists and music professionals about today's music business. Founded by legendary Music Industry expert Steve Rennie, RenmanMB is your one stop for the best advice and education on today's music business.
For exclusive access to our content and site, become a member of our site by clicking here: http://www.renmanmb.com/community/register
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Would you know your perfect manager if you met them? Check out our Tips From the Pros ManagementPDF to find out what you should be looking for in your search for the right manager. https://renmanu.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Tips-from-the-Pros-Manager.pdf
"A bad manager is worse than no manager at all"-Renman
Would you know your perfect manager if you met them? Check out our Tip From the Pros Management PDF to find out what you should be looking for in your search for the right manager. https://renmanu.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Tips-from-the-Pros-Manager.pdf

Is it really the US’ goal to “destabilize the Middle East”? Lee Camp invites Ben Norton, a journalist who covers the Middle East for Alternet, the Intercept, among some other alternative media sources to answer questions that are never raised in the mainstream news about the recent military actions in Syria. They discuss the messy situation on the ground in Yemen, Afghanistan, and Syria, the deep state’s plan for regime change, and leaked information that indicates the US is sacrificing innocent civilians. In the second half, Lee breaks down how the part Democrats are treating to Bernie-style candidates, and it looks reminiscent of the general election: they are getting screwed. In the recent special election in KansasJames Thompson -- a former civil rights attorney, veteran, and now progressive grassroots Democrat -- came painfully close to winning a red seat in the house. But it’s possible that he may won if he had more help from his own party or, more importantly, if all the votes were counted. This and more on Redacted TonightVIP.
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Is it really the US’ goal to “destabilize the Middle East”? Lee Camp invites Ben Norton, a journalist who covers the Middle East for Alternet, the Intercept, among some other alternative media sources to answer questions that are never raised in the mainstream news about the recent military actions in Syria. They discuss the messy situation on the ground in Yemen, Afghanistan, and Syria, the deep state’s plan for regime change, and leaked information that indicates the US is sacrificing innocent civilians. In the second half, Lee breaks down how the part Democrats are treating to Bernie-style candidates, and it looks reminiscent of the general election: they are getting screwed. In the recent special election in KansasJames Thompson -- a former civil rights attorney, veteran, and now progressive grassroots Democrat -- came painfully close to winning a red seat in the house. But it’s possible that he may won if he had more help from his own party or, more importantly, if all the votes were counted. This and more on Redacted TonightVIP.
GET FREE TICKETS to be in our LIVEAUDIENCE in Washington DC! Email RedactedTix@gmail.com.
OTHER CITIES - We tour regularly with live stand-up comedy. For a list of where we'll be performing our stand-up comedy shows, go here - http://LeeCamp.net/schedule/
Join the ‘Redactivist’ movement online...
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Mr. Feller is a founding partner of Ross Feller Casey, a nationally recognized law firm that handles all types of personal injury lawsuits. During his extensive...

Mr. Feller is a founding partner of Ross Feller Casey, a nationally recognized law firm that handles all types of personal injury lawsuits. During his extensive career, Mr. Feller has built an impeccable reputation in the legal community where he is known as a tireless advocate for his clients and an exceptionally skilled litigator who can distill the most complex of issues into simple terms for a jury.
Mr. Feller gained national attention for successfully representing seven sexual assault victims of former football coach Jerry Sandusky in civil litigation against Penn State University. With more clients than any other single firm, Feller and Ross Feller Casey played an integral role in finalizing the $60 million global settlement with Penn State in August 2013.

Mr. Feller is a founding partner of Ross Feller Casey, a nationally recognized law firm that handles all types of personal injury lawsuits. During his extensive career, Mr. Feller has built an impeccable reputation in the legal community where he is known as a tireless advocate for his clients and an exceptionally skilled litigator who can distill the most complex of issues into simple terms for a jury.
Mr. Feller gained national attention for successfully representing seven sexual assault victims of former football coach Jerry Sandusky in civil litigation against Penn State University. With more clients than any other single firm, Feller and Ross Feller Casey played an integral role in finalizing the $60 million global settlement with Penn State in August 2013.

The Future Of What - Episode #50: Songwriters' Rights

Think the music industry is confusing? Here's where things get really hairy for songwriters. The Department of Justice recently issued a statement upholding con...

Think the music industry is confusing? Here's where things get really hairy for songwriters. The Department of Justice recently issued a statement upholding consent decrees that regulate performing rights organizations BMI and ASCAP. These decrees were originally intended as an antitrust measure, but many feel they are outdated and come with many costs. DavidIsraelite, CEO of the NMPA, says this decision will devalue songs, implicate the property rights of songwriters and limit their creative process. We asked musician and industry critic David Lowery (Cracker, Camper Van Beethoven) and lawyer Chris Castle to help us further understand the ramifications of the DOJ's stance.
The Future of What is a radio show hosted by Kill Rock Stars president, Portia Sabin, that explores current trends within the music industry through the eyes and ears of the working professionals who shape and mold it.
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Think the music industry is confusing? Here's where things get really hairy for songwriters. The Department of Justice recently issued a statement upholding consent decrees that regulate performing rights organizations BMI and ASCAP. These decrees were originally intended as an antitrust measure, but many feel they are outdated and come with many costs. DavidIsraelite, CEO of the NMPA, says this decision will devalue songs, implicate the property rights of songwriters and limit their creative process. We asked musician and industry critic David Lowery (Cracker, Camper Van Beethoven) and lawyer Chris Castle to help us further understand the ramifications of the DOJ's stance.
The Future of What is a radio show hosted by Kill Rock Stars president, Portia Sabin, that explores current trends within the music industry through the eyes and ears of the working professionals who shape and mold it.
Listen to more episodes from The Future Of What: http://bit.ly/FOWPodcast
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Saper Law Seminar: Music in your Restaurant and Bar, ft. BMI

This Saper Law Seminar will pull the curtain back on music licensing and help you understand the legalities of using music in your restaurant, bar, or other est...

This Saper Law Seminar will pull the curtain back on music licensing and help you understand the legalities of using music in your restaurant, bar, or other establishment. (If you didn't know this already, you need to pay to play music at your venue!.)
Saper Law has invited DanielB. Spears, VP of IndustryRelations at BMI, to explain when a restaurant or venue needs a public performance license. In addition, the session will focus on how copyright licensing fees are determined and where the money goes.

This Saper Law Seminar will pull the curtain back on music licensing and help you understand the legalities of using music in your restaurant, bar, or other establishment. (If you didn't know this already, you need to pay to play music at your venue!.)
Saper Law has invited DanielB. Spears, VP of IndustryRelations at BMI, to explain when a restaurant or venue needs a public performance license. In addition, the session will focus on how copyright licensing fees are determined and where the money goes.

Recorded at the 2017 Notary PublicConference hosted in Austin, Texas by the Texas Secretary of State. Supporting documentation developed by the speaker may be found on the Texas Secretary of State's website, which also contains additional links to videos and other educational content for notaries: http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-public.shtml

Recorded at the 2017 Notary PublicConference hosted in Austin, Texas by the Texas Secretary of State. Supporting documentation developed by the speaker may be found on the Texas Secretary of State's website, which also contains additional links to videos and other educational content for notaries: http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-public.shtml

Publishing Deals and Performance Rights Organizations

In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org video, WallaceCollins, an entertainment attorney based in New York, explains how music publishing deals typically work, the role that performance rights societies (such as BMI, ASCAP and SESAC) play in managing publishing arrangements -- and the murky question of just how much money they get for their assistance.

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Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney G...

Music Rights for a Live Show - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
Ben wrote in with this:
I am "planning" a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres - the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Is there one place I can go to get permission and usage fees for all of the music used?"
OK, Ben, here's the situation...
First off, it's great and appropriate that you're asking about the rights. Almost any popular song from the last century or so is likely protected under copyright law. Generally, a copyright owner has the exclusive right to make or distribute copies or derivatives of the original work, or to display or perform the work publicly. That's what we're talking about here.
But with musical works, in particular, there's also an important distinction made about HOW the work is performed publicly. You see when the performance is made in a concert-style its handled differently than when performed on stage as part of a dramatic work. So essentially we have nondramatic performance rights (sometimes calls "small" rights) and dramatic performance rights, which are also known as "Grand Rights"
So, with a Variety Show as you've described it, we're probably talking about those "small" rights. And that's great. You see there are groups called Performing Rights Organizations that administer the small rights for most songwriters and publishers. Now, these differ from country to country, but here in the US, there are three of them: ASCAP and BMI, and SESAC.
What these organizations do is collect royalties for all of the various nondramatic performances out there. Radio, Television broadcasts, Coffeeshops, restaurants, night clubs, hotels, auto-repair shops, and yes, Variety shows... As long as the variety show doesn't cross the line into the Grand Rights arena.
What distinguishes Grand from Small rights?
Well, it's sort of a totality of the circumstances kind of analysis. If your show has lots of costumes, props, sets, dialogue in between songs, choreography, stage directions, and a story line. Then it's going to be considered a DramaticPerformance, and you'd need Grand Rights licenses obtained directly from the copyright owners.
But if it's more like a concert, without those kinds of elements, and it's just about the songs... Then it's more likely to be viewed as nondramatic, or small rights. And those rights fall under the licenses obtained from the PRO's I mentioned.
And here's the interesting wrinkle. For the small, nondramatic licenses, in most cases, the VENUE in which the works are being performed is the party that gets the license. So, if you're performing in a theatre or performing arts center, check with them... But the rights may already be taken care of. If you're in a school setting, you'll need to confirm that the school or district has the necessary licenses in place. (most do).
Typically, Small Right in these situations are handled through "blanket" licenses that cover everything for an annual fee.
But If you're performing in a space that isn't usually used for such things, it might be necessary to get a specific purpose license to cover your show. But even that isn't overly complicated. Just contact the organizations and they'll help work out which license you need. True, it's not exactly one-stop shopping, because there could be songs that are part of ASCAP's repertoire, and others in BMI's, while still others are licensed by SESAC. But even so, it's a heck of a lot simpler than getting the rights from each individual publisher, songwriter, or songwriter's heir.
And that's exactly what DOES have to happen if you're dealing with a Grand Rights scenario. If that's what you're up against, you'll want to have help from a qualified, and experienced professional. It's what we do here, so give us a call.
If you have a question you'd like to see here on Asked and Answered, just visit http://firemark.com/questions and let me know.
See you next time!

Fighting for the People | Gerry Spence | TEDxJacksonHole

Renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence reflects on justice in a powerful personal retrospective.
Gerry Spence has been called the greatest trial lawyer of a generation. Decades of excellence in the courtroom give him an unparalleled vision and continued voice. In fact, the courtrooms of America serve as muse and inspiration for his books, poems, award winning photography and visual art. He continues his journey in fighting injustice through the foundation of his Trial Lawyer’s College, begun in 1994, which educated thousands of warriors dedicated to the pursuit of justice on behalf of real people.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

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Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'...

Music Rights in Video of Play - Entertainment Law Asked & Answered

Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production...
Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.
OK, here's what Scott wrote in...
Q: I create and tour original visual theater. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances.
However if one were to record a performance and make it available online for sale who would the international fees be paid to for the video rights to the 20+ snippets of music in the performance? And how would one go about getting the rights to use said snippets of music?
First off, I have to say that, based on what he's described, I’m not 100% certain that the venues paying ASCAP and similar types of licenses is enough to get the rights for what they're doing. You see, those Performing Rights Organizations only license so-called “small” performing rights (concerts, coffee-houses, radio airplay, etc.), and not the “Grand” rights that are involved when music is an integral part of a stage production, where the music helps move the storyline and characters forward. It’s possible that they're in small-rights territory, if this show is fairly sparse on plot, storyline, costumes, lights, etc., but it’s also possible that they really need grand rights for what they're doing.
Grand Rights licenses are negotiated directly with the music publishers who own / administer the songs.
But that’s not the question Scott asked.
To use the music in video, you also need to directly license each piece of music from the publishers that own them. The license needed is called a “synchronization” license (which authorizes you to synchronize the song with pictures and dialogue, etc.)
AND, if you’re using existing recordings of the music, you also need a "master use” license from the record company that owns the recording you’re using.
To add to the hassle, many songs are administered by multiple publishers, (each songwriter’s interest might be handled by a different company)… So you might have to chase down 3 or more publishers for a single song.
These licenses are not automatically approved. Publishers usually have to secure approval from the songwriters themselves before licensing this kind of thing, (the songwriters or their heirs...Sometimes have weird views about such stuff) so the publisher will ask for lots of information about the intended use… Context, script pages where the song appears, duration of the piece used, nature of the use (background, visual-vocal, etc.)…
And then they’ll quote a price for the use. Licenses are usually done on a “most favored nations” basis, so the highest quote sets the bar for all the music...
This can be a tremendously time-consuming process, so you should leave plenty of time.
The process:
1. Research to identify who holds the rights to each song
2. Prepare and send a quote-request (sometimes a form, sometimes just a letter asking for the rights needed) to each rights-holder.
3. Wait for approval and quote
4. Sign licensed pay fees/royalties
5. Use the music
But here's the other wrinkle... because you’re now revealing the nature of the show to these publishers, they too, will be asking the question whether you’re in “Grand Rights” territory, or whether the ASCAP/BMI rights are sufficient for the live aspect of what you’re doing.
And that's it for this session of Asked and Answered.
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Jobs In Law : Being A Consumer Rights Attorney

http://jdcareersoutthere.com/consumer-rights-law-jobs-being-a-consumer-rights-attorney/ Consumer rights law jobs are explored in this interview with attorney Larry Smith of SmithMarco in Chicago. Larry gives us insight into these types of lawyers by explaining what a consumer rights lawyer does. He tells Marc Luber of JD CareersOut There these these careers for lawyers are focused on helping individuals.
Being a lawyer in this practice area of consumer rights is very rewarding according to Larry, who says in the full JDCOT interview that it's one of the types of lawyers and litigation careers focused on helping regular people in need.
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FlynnColeman shares her idea on how AI can be a positive step for humanity as part of the TEDxNapaValley 2016 "Go Figure!" event.
With over 7 billion of us now co-existing on the planet, the world is going to be facing some unique human rights issues in the 21st Century, and technological advances, particularly artificial intelligence, will present both challenges and opportunities that will impact us all. In this talk, Flynn Coleman, an international human rights lawyer, asks us to think about what it means to be human in new ways.
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Flynn is the CEO and founder of Malena, a company that supports economic development and human rights with innovative solutions, such as a proprietary crowd-funding platform and accessible global marketplace. She is also an international human rights attorney, author, social entrepreneur, athlete, and teacher of mindfulness and creativity. She was educated at the London School of Economics and Political Science, Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, UC Berkeley School of Law, and the Sorbonne, and has spoken, written, and taught extensively on issues of economic development, innovation in social impact, and human rights.
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Delaware County Employment Attorney Discusses a Long Term Employee for Not Performing Job Duties

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Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

Jay Quatrini On What is the Difference Between Publishing and Copyright?

In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer Jay Quatrini describes the difference between owning the copyright on a recorded performance, and owning the publishing rights to the composition being performed.

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Social Quick Tip: Don't Give Away Your Data

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts,...

Social Quick Tip: Don't Give Away Your Data

Broadcast Music, Inc., in partnership with New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, presented an informative "IndustryInsider" panel on social media for emerging artists on November 7, 2013, at NYU. The panel was moderated by entertainment attorney David Beame and featured Primary Wave Music's Digital Marketing Manager MelissaBerlin, INDmusic's CEOBrandonMartinez, Next Big Sound's DataJournalist Liv Buli and Roc Nation's Digital Marketing Manager MauriceSlade. Topics included which social media platforms are breaking new talent, how to monetize social media content and tactics to stand out among the competition. The "Insider" concluded with a Q&A session allowing attendees to ask more specific questions on increasing their social media presence.
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Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in more than 8.5 million musical works created and owned by more than 600,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI's repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year.

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Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injurie...

Attorney Joseph P. Vendetti Client

www.paworkerscomphelp.com. Melvin was injured on the job after he suffered serious injuries. His injury prevented him from performing his job. He was receiving full disability benefits for his injury, including wage loss benefits. The workers' compensation insurance carrier attempted to stop Melvin's benefits, arguing he had fully recovered from his serious injuries. He retained AttorneyJoseph Vendetti to represent him and preserve his benefits. Attorney Vendetti was able to preserve Melvin's benefits and resolve his issue with the insurance carrier. Attorney Vendetti was able to help Melvin through his difficult situation, ensuring that her rights and benefits were protected.
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12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
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12.13.2017 Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary CommitteeChairman BobGoodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following remarks during the House Judiciary Committee’s oversight hearing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Chairman Goodlatte: "Good morning. Thank you, Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein, for appearing for the first time in front of this Committee. There is much to discuss today, and we look forward to your testimony and answers to our questions.
As Chairman of the Committee with primary oversight of DOJ and the FBI, I have always supported DOJ and FBI in performing their valuable missions to keep our nation safe and to hold individuals accountable for criminal conduct. Yet I and many on this Committee now find ourselves in the very difficult position of questioning the actions of both prior and current Department and FBI leadership.
You have a unique role at DOJ, in that you appointed Special Counsel Mueller and have a supervisory role over his investigation. It is therefore very appropriate for you to appear before this Committee to answer questions related to the scope of the Special Counsel’s investigation, as well as its current efficacy in light of various events calling into question its impartiality.
Reports on the political predisposition, and potential bias, of certain career agents and Department lawyers on Special Counsel Mueller’s team are deeply troubling to all citizens who expect a system of blind and equal justice. DOJ investigations must not be tainted by individuals imposing their own political prejudices. We are now beginning to better understand the magnitude of this insider bias on Mr. Mueller’s team.
First, we have FBI agent Peter Strzok and FBI lawyer LisaPage exchanging communications showing extreme bias against PresidentTrump, a fact that would be bad enough if it weren’t for the fact that these two individuals were employed as part of the Mueller “dream team” investigating the very person for whom they were showing disdain. And calling it mere “disdain” is generous. According to the documents produced last night to this Committee, Mr. Strzok and Ms. Page referred to the President as “an utter idiot,” “a loathsome human,” and “awful,” while continually praising Hillary Clinton and the Obamas. These text messages prove what we all suspected: high-ranking FBI officials involved in the Clinton investigation were personally invested in the outcome of the election, and clearly let their strong political opinions cloud their professional judgment. And this was only an “initial disclosure,” containing heavy redactions.
Second, former embattled FBI General Counsel and current Mueller prosecutor, Andrew Weissmann, expressed his “awe” of a former DOJ official for shunning the President and failing to faithfully execute the law. However, we are the ones now in “awe” that someone like Mr. Weissmann remains on an investigative team that looks more and more partisan.
Third, we have learned that a top Mueller prosecutor, JeannieRhee, in addition to other actions that would normally justify recusal, served as an attorney for the Clinton Foundation. Aren’t DOJ attorneys advised to avoid even the “appearance of impropriety?” A former Clinton employee is now investigating President Trump. This seems to be the very definition of “appearance of impropriety.”
Fourth, we just recently learned that another top DOJ official, Bruce Ohr, has been reassigned because of his and his wife’s connections with the infamous “dossier” and the company from whom the opposition research document originated.
We hope to hear your assessment of the foregoing conflicts, whether individuals are being held accountable, and whether you still have confidence in the judgement of the Special Counsel you named and supervise.
Regarding the Clinton email scandal, you, along with Attorney GeneralSessions, have to date declined to appoint a second special counsel to investigate the improprieties that continue to surface related to the handling of the Clinton email investigation and other events surrounding the 2016 election. "
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In one testy exchange, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries challenged Sessions to clarify or correct previous testimony given under oath before Congress, reminding the attorney general about a 1999 speech he gave as a Senator supporting the impeachment of then-President Clinton.
Sessions was peppered with questions about the Trump administration's lack of diversity including the number of Black judicial nominees to sit on the federal bench.
Sessions was also asked about a controversial August FBI report on, quote, "Black Identity Extremists" the bureau claimed were a threat to law enforcement officers.
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Music Publishing with Attorney Steve Winogradsky

Got questions about music publishing? We probably answered them in this great episode with...

Ep 26-Songs with Mario Gonzalez

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Today on RenmanLIVE we spoke with music attorney Mario Gonzalez about turning songs into money. Also joining us is ASCAP's Sean O'Malley and music publisher Jake Versluis, A&R for PositionMusic, who informs us on the gatekeepers in music licensing and the best way to get in front of those people.
Our interview covered a number of topics which we've outlined below to make it easy for you.
1:45 Overview
3:55 What Is RenmanLIVE
8:45 Mario Gonzalez Introduction
9:59 What isMusic Publishing?
11:43 What Are Mechanicals?
15:02 Performance Income (ASCAP/BMI)
17:46 Synchronization Licenses
19:17 Who Is The Publisher?
20:04 How Publishing Income is Split
21:37 Co-Publishing Deals
22:20 Publishing Splits To Lookout For
24:04 Term of Publishing Agreements
26:09 When To Make a Publishing Deal
29:13 ChatroomQuestion - How Should A Band Split Up The Ownership of the Songs Written?
31:30 Chatroom Question - Can a Publisher Rename The Title of My Song?
36:20 Sean O'Malley Introduction
37:06 What A Performing Rights SocietyDoes For Its Members
38:04 Who Does ASCAP Collect Money From
39:27 How Are The Payments Calculated
44:16 What Impact Has The Internet Had on The Publishing Business
46:45 What are The Differences Between The Performing Rights Societies
48:46 How To Join ASCAP
51:33 Jake Versluis Introduction
54:40Steps to Get Signed To Postion Music
1:00:57 Chatroom Question - How Should an Indie band Seek Out Licensing
1:04:55 How to Get InContact With A Music Supervisor
1:11:19 Chatroom Question - What a Sync and TV Deal Would Look LIke
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Is it really the US’ goal to “destabilize the Middle East”? Lee Camp invites Ben Norton, a journalist who covers the Middle East for Alternet, the Intercept, among some other alternative media sources to answer questions that are never raised in the mainstream news about the recent military actions in Syria. They discuss the messy situation on the ground in Yemen, Afghanistan, and Syria, the deep state’s plan for regime change, and leaked information that indicates the US is sacrificing innocent civilians. In the second half, Lee breaks down how the part Democrats are treating to Bernie-style candidates, and it looks reminiscent of the general election: they are getting screwed. In the recent special election in KansasJames Thompson -- a former civil rights attorney, veteran, and now progressive grassroots Democrat -- came painfully close to winning a red seat in the house. But it’s possible that he may won if he had more help from his own party or, more importantly, if all the votes were counted. This and more on Redacted TonightVIP.
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Mr. Feller gained national attention for successfully representing seven sexual assault victims of former football coach Jerry Sandusky in civil litigation against Penn State University. With more clients than any other single firm, Feller and Ross Feller Casey played an integral role in finalizing the $60 million global settlement with Penn State in August 2013.

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Evaluating Deals and Performing Due Diligence | Family Offices Group

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In August 2016, a research plane was able to observe something strange in the atmosphere above Alaska's Aleutian Islands, lingering aerosol particle that was enriched with the same kind of uranium used in nuclear fuel and bombs, according to Gizmodo. The observation was the first time that scientists detected a particle free-floating in the atmosphere in over 20 years of plane-based observations ... ... -WN.com, Maureen Foody....

He also ruled out a transitional government. Prime MinisterHailemariam Desalegn remains in the post for now after making the surprise announcement Thursday that he had submitted a resignation letter to help planned political reforms in one of Africa's best-performing economies succeed ...Rights groups alleged that people were beaten and subjected to arbitrary detentions ... "The state of emergency was tested a year ago ... ....

One day in August 1995 a man called Foutanga Babani Sissoko walked into the head office of the Dubai Islamic Bank and asked for a loan to buy a car. The manager agreed, and Sissoko invited him home for dinner ... "He believed it was Black Magic - that Mr Sissoko could double the money," says Alan Fine, a Miamiattorney the bank later asked to investigate the crime ... "'Playboy' is the right word to describe him ... ----- ... ....

Mexico City – A military helicopter carrying officials assessing damage from a powerful earthquake crashed Friday in southern Mexico, killing 13 people and injuring 15, all of them on the ground. The Oaxaca state prosecutor’s office said in a statement that five women, four men and three children were killed at the crash site and another person died later at the hospital ...Alejandro Murat, neither of whom had serious injuries ... The U.S ... ....

MEXICOCITY. A strong earthquake shook southern and central Mexico Friday, causing panic less than six months after two devastating quakes that killed hundreds of people. No buildings collapsed, according to early reports. But two towns near the epicenter, in the southern state of Oaxaca, reported damage and state authorities said they had opened emergency shelters ... It was also felt in the states of Guerrero, Puebla and Michoacan ... AFP ... ....

While holding her down, Weinstein allegedly performed oral sex on her without her consent. Weinstein Company fires chief operating officer David Glasser. Read more ... The ruling comes days after New Yorkattorney general, Eric Schneiderman, filed a lawsuit against Weinstein, his brother Bob Weinstein, and their film production company alleging serious violations of civil rights, human rights and state business laws. ....

Lowe claims there was no evidence that Lindsey and the other attorney had a “meaningful discussion concerning the consequences of waiving his right to remain silent” regarding the two interviews, meaning Lindsey’s right to effective legal counsel was violated ... “He clearly understood his rights, as he had unambiguously asked to speak to his attorney days before (during a separate interview),” Chambers said in his response....

This is why I am supporting Erika Harold for attorney general.Illinois has long been dominated by corrupt politicians that care more about themselves than doing the right thing. In 2002, our current attorney general, Lisa Madigan, ran on a platform of fighting government corruption, even saying she would investigate her dad, House SpeakerMike Madigan, if it was necessary. Has she? ... ....

Gjurich repeated Friday’s hat-trick performance with another three-goal outing in Saturday’s hockey game as the Wolves rallied to beat the Thunderbirds6-4 at the Winston-Salem FairgroundAnnex...Wake Forest’s freshmen recovered from Friday’s 1-for-13 opener with a 7-for-13 performance ... States in response to questions asked through his attorney....

After negotiations that Assistant AttorneyGeneralSusan Morrell said went on “for a lengthy period of time,” Caplin, 56, agreed to plead guilty to two counts of second-degree murder, in exchange for two prison terms of 10 to 20 years each, to be served consecutively ... Prosecutors also retain the right to compel Caplin to testify at the trial of his alleged accomplice, Anthony Barnaby, which is scheduled to begin in August....

(CNN)A jury returned a verdict Friday of more than $37 million against Baltimore County, Maryland, in a civil lawsuit brought by the family and estate of a woman killed in an armed standoff with county police, according to the attorneys for the family of Korryn Gaines ... Her son, Kodi, then 5, also was shot twice, said Kenneth Ravenell, an attorney for the boy's father, Corey Cunningham, and the child....

Many owners have consulted with employment attorneys or human resources professionals since the accusations against movie executive Harvey Weinstein in November ... After the reports about Weinstein and others, Musovic consulted with an attorney to understand what his legal liability could be if an employee relationship led to harassment charges ... Meanwhile, two attorneys who were dating joined the firm and eventually married....